Category Archives: Surfing

Surfer rescued in bizarre incident – #Fishing #NZ #SurfReport #Aloha

VIA – NEWS TALK ZB   By: Jacqui Stanford, | New Zealand News | Saturday December 21 2013 19:46 A surfer has been rescued in a bizarre incident near Gisborne, where he was hooked up in a contiki line and towed more than 500 metres offshore. The 25-year-old Frenchman was surfing at Wainui Beach around … Continue reading Surfer rescued in bizarre incident – #Fishing #NZ #SurfReport #Aloha

SLATER’S BOARDS STOLEN ON EVE OF PIPELINE WORLD TITLE SHOWDOWN

I’ve said before, I’ll say it again, I fing hate thieves…   VIA – SURF EUROPE   05:45 14th December 2013 by Ben Mondy Thieves have broken into Kelly Slater’s rented home on the North Shore this week, stealing a fair chunk of his Pipeline quiver. The theft occurred before the second day of competition … Continue reading SLATER’S BOARDS STOLEN ON EVE OF PIPELINE WORLD TITLE SHOWDOWN

Shark bites surfer near Cocoa Beach Pier #SurfReport #Aloha #Fishing #Florida

VIA – FL TODAY Dec. 10, 2013 Bobby Baughman was trying out a new surfboard when something grabbed his foot. He said he had been surfing near Cocoa Beach Pier this afternoon. He finished riding a wave, so he hopped off the board and dove underwater to let the next one pass over him. He … Continue reading Shark bites surfer near Cocoa Beach Pier #SurfReport #Aloha #Fishing #Florida

Aussie surfer dislocates his shoulder at Pipeline – #Hawaii #Aloha #Australia #SurfReport

  VIA – AU SPORTS YAHOO   AAPDecember 9, 2013, 7:03 pm The brutal surf at the world famous Pipeline in Hawaii has claimed it’s first victim, with Australia’s retiring former Pipeline Masters champion Kieren Perrow suffering a dislocated shoulder. In the final heat of his career, the 36-year-old dislocated his shoulder in a heavy … Continue reading Aussie surfer dislocates his shoulder at Pipeline – #Hawaii #Aloha #Australia #SurfReport

Surfer Unaware He Had Been Bitten by a Shark #SurfReport #Australia #Aloha

VIA – DISCOVERY An Australian surfer received an unusual diagnosis when he went to hospital with cuts to his right hand and a gash on his leg — he had been attacked by a shark. An Australian surfer received an unusual diagnosis when he went to hospital with cuts to his right hand and a … Continue reading Surfer Unaware He Had Been Bitten by a Shark #SurfReport #Australia #Aloha

New custom wetsuit concept hits the market – 5 questions with Carapace Wetsuits cofounder Alex Wang #Video

I don’t know how good these wetsuits are quality-wise but it’s a cool concept on a broader scale.  I know I never quite fit the off the rack suites on the market and the only ones that used to do something similar (but not nearly as technical) is Hotline in this area (taking custom measurements).  … Continue reading New custom wetsuit concept hits the market – 5 questions with Carapace Wetsuits cofounder Alex Wang #Video

Random Posts on Surfing

VIDEO: Surfer Captures Baby Seals Playing on Windsurf Board #Cute #SurfReport

    VIDEO: Surfer Captures Baby Seals Playing on Windsurf Board By Erica HoMarch 13, 2013 So it’s not exactly news, but one thing’s for sure: it’s hard to resist baby seals. Especially when they’re jumping on top of surfboards, begging for your attention. To make this video, which has seen more than 300,000 views … Continue reading VIDEO: Surfer Captures Baby Seals Playing on Windsurf Board #Cute #SurfReport

Surfboard Brands Reuse Foam Dust to Protect the Environment – Surf Community Aims to Recycle 250,000 Pounds in First Year

Awesome! VIA – PR WEB Surfboard Brands Reuse Foam Dust to Protect the Environment – Surf Community Aims to Recycle 250,000 Pounds in First Year It is no secret that the surf community has battled the challenge of what to do with leftover polyurethane dust, which is the result of shaping a surfboard from a … Continue reading Surfboard Brands Reuse Foam Dust to Protect the Environment – Surf Community Aims to Recycle 250,000 Pounds in First Year

New Thule AeroBlade Load Bars from Thule Racks – Now Available at ORS Racks Direct

VIA – PR LEAP New Thule AeroBlade Load Bars from Thule Racks – Now Available at ORS Racks Direct Montpelier, Vermont September 21, 2011 ORS Racks Direct, a leading nationwide retailer and distributor for Thule Racks, announced today the all-new Thule AeroBlade load bars are now available for purchase in-store and online. The stunning Thule … Continue reading New Thule AeroBlade Load Bars from Thule Racks – Now Available at ORS Racks Direct